CON^ 
j30 


1858-1888. 


rN  1858  we  commenced  the  manufacture  of  Compo¬ 
se  sitions,  Coatings  and  Paints  for  roofs  and  for 
preserving  wood,  metals,  fabrics,  etc.,  and  alter  a 
few  years  produced  our  portable  Roofing,  which 
in  an  improved  form  (the  well-known  Asbestos 
Roofing)  is  now  in  general  use  in  nearly  all  parts  of 
the  world. 

In  1868  we  first  made  known  the  results  of  our  long  con¬ 
tinued  experiments  with  the  indestructible,  fibrous  mineral. 
Asbestos,  then  comparatively  unknown,  and  commenced  the 
manufacture  of  the  numerous  specialties,  composed  wholly  or 
in  part  of  Asbestos,  which  have  since  become  necessities  and 
are  recognized  as  standard  articles  for  mechanical,  structural 
and  other  purposes.  Note. — Nearly  all  the  practical  uses  of 
Asbestos  were  invented  by  H.  W.  Johns. 

In  1874  we  commenced  the  manufacture  of  LIQUID  Paints, 
and  in  1878  completed  our  new  works  for  their  production  on 
a  more  extended  scale.  Our  success  in  this  branch  has  beer 
unparalleled,  no  other  paints  for  structural  decoration  having 
so  large  a  sale  or  commanding  so  high  a  price  in  this  country 
and  abroad. 

The  demand  for  our  products  has  increased  so  steadily  that 
we  have  nearly  every  year  been  compelled  to  extend  our 
manufacturing  facilities,  until  we  now  have  most  extensive 
and  complete  works  in  the  world  for  analogous  purposes. 

This  year  we  have  commenced  additions  to  our  land,  build¬ 
ings  and  machinery,  which  will  increase  the  capacity  of  our 
works  in  the  various  branches  from  fifty  to  two  hundred  per 
cent. 

We  have  always  aimed  to  produce  materials  of  the  best 
quality,  and  challenge  the  world  to  show  articles  for  similar 
purposes  which,  in  usefulness,  durability,  and  perfection  of 
manufacture,  equal  ours. 

Our  various  kinds  of  goods  are  severally  adapted  for,  and 
are  manufactured  during  each  season  of  the  year,  and  by 
reason  of  the  production  of  many  specialties  under  one  general 
system,  we  are  enabled  to  supply  them  at  lower  prices, 
quality  considered,  than  can  be  afforded  by  any  manufacturer 
of  only  one  class  of  goods  for  similar  purposes  ;  and  we  confi¬ 
dently  anticipate  the  continued  and  increasing  patronage  of 
those  who  have  learned  that  the  purchase  ot  the  best  article 
for  practical  uses  is  true  economy. 


INDEX. 


PAGE 

H.  W.  Johns’  Liquid  Paints .  2 

Roof  &  Railway  Paints .  3 

Liquid  Priming  .  3 

Liquid  Dryer  . 3 

Iron-Oxide  Paint . 4 

Wood  Stains  and  Wood  Filler .  4 

Fireproof  Paints .  5 

Colors  in  Oil  .  6 

Coach  Colors .  7 

Liquid  Coach  Black  . 4 

Varnishes .  8 


Asbestos  Roofing .  10 

*'  Roof  Coating .  11 

“  Roof  Cement .  11 

“  Building  Felt .  12 

“  Sheathings .  12 


Asbestos  Plastic  Stove-Lining .  13 

“  Furnace  Cement .  13 

“  Retort  Cement .  22 


Asbestos  Steam-Pipe  &  Boiler  Coverings . 14,  15, 16  &  17 

“  Steam  Packings,  Millboard,  etc . 18  &  19 


Vulcabeston . .  20 


Asbestos  Cloth,  Rugs,  Rope,  Twine,  Yarn,  etc . 22  &  23 


H.  W.  JOHNS’  LIQUID  PAINTS. 

A’S*3“£^S1!0"S'‘' 


These  are  in  every  respect  strictly  first-class  Paints,  composed  of  i 
pure  linseed  oil  and  the  highest  grade  of  pigments.  They  are  com¬ 
bined  by  processes  exclusively  our  own,  and  are  unequaled  by  any  in 
richness  and  permanency  of  color.  As  these  Paints  contain  no  dele¬ 
terious  or  useless  adulterations,  the  great  difference  in  their  covering 
properties  in  comparison  with  ordinary  paint  is  at  once  recognized, 
and  the  universal  testimony  is  that  from  fifteen  to  twenty-five  per 
cent,  of  the  usual  cost  of  painting  can  be  saved  by  their  use. 

They  are  prepared  ready  for  the  brush,  in  fifty -four  newest  shades 
and  standard  colors,  and  we  offer  them  as  the  most  durable  and 
economical  paints  ever  produced  for  general  structural  pur¬ 
poses. 

One  gallon  will  cover  from  250  to  275  square  feet,  two  coats, 
without  thinning. 


Send  for  Circulars  containing  samples,  testimonials,  suggestions 
for  painting,  &c.,  free  by  mail. 


Price,  per  U.  S.  Standard  Gallon  Measure,  for  all  Shades  on 
Sample  Sheets,  except  those  Specially  Quoted  Below. 


BBi.8.,per  gal. 
45  to  30  gals. 

$1,00 


Kegs,  per  gal., 
2U,  15,  10  &  6 
gals. 

1.95 


Inside  and  j 
Outside  White,  j 
Standard  Green, 

No.  62,  Dark  Green, 
Vermilion, 

Indian  Eed, 

Floor  Paint,  | 


$2.10 

3.80 
3.25 
3.45 

2.80 
1.55 
1.40 


Pails  &  Cans, 

K  gal. 

Quarts, 

Pints, 

per  gallon. 

Cans, 

each. 

each. 

3,  2  &  1  gal. 

each. 

2.00 

1.05 

.60 

.35 

2.15 

1.15 

.65 

.40 

3.85 

2.00 

1.05 

.55 

3.30 

1.70 

.90 

.50 

3.50 

1.80 

.95 

.50  1 

2.85 

1.50 

.80 

.45  i 

1.60 

.85 

.50 

.30 

1.45 

.80 

.45 

.25 

MARINE  PAINT.  Per  gallon  in  bbls.  $2.75;  in  one  gallon 

pails,  $2.85. 


Paints  for  special  purposes  made  to  order. 


ROOF  8i  RAILWAY  PAINTS. 
'A-S’B-ES-IO'S* 


These  Paints  are  prepared  ready  for  use  and  possess  a  more 
elastic  body  than  any  other;  they  are  therefore  less  liable  to  injury, 
and  have  proven  to  be  the  best  and  most  economical  Paints  ever 
produced  for  similar  purposes.  They  are  especially  adapted  for  paint¬ 
ing  Tin  and  other  Roofs,  Railroad  Buildings,  Bridges,  Freight  Cars, 
Steamboat  Decks,  Boats,  Outbuildings,  Fences,  Gas  Holders  and  other- 
iron  and  rough  wood-work.  One  gallon  will  cover  from  350  to  400 
square  feet,  one  coat.  Sample  Cards  furnished  on  application. 


Per  Gal.  tJ.  8. 

Standard  Measure. 

Red,  Gray,  Buff,  Slate, .... 
Yellow  and  Cream- White... 

Gas-Holder  Paint . 

Hot-Air-Pipe  Paint . 

Dark  Red . 

Brown . 


Bbus., 

i5  to  30  gals. 

[  $1.40 

1.25 

1.10 

1.00 

1.00 


Kegs, 

20,  16,  10  &  6  gals. 


1.45 

1.30 

1.15 

1.05 

1.05 


Pails, 

3,  2  &  1  gal. 


1.50 

1.35 

1.20 

1.10 

1.10 


H.  W.  JOHNS'  LIQUID  PRIMING. 


Prepared  ready  for  use  for  first  coating  on  all  wood  or  brick  work. 
Suitable  for  use  with  any  shade  of  our  Liquid  Paint. 


Per  Gal.  U.  8.  Standard 
Measure. 


Bbls., 

46  to  30  gals. 

$1.25 


Kegs, 

20, 16,  10  &  6  gals. 

1.30 


Pails, 

3,  2  &  1  gals. 

1.35 


H.W.  JOHNS’  LIQUID  DRYER. 


Our  Liquid  Dryer  is  warranted  superior  to  any  in  the  market  in 
siccative  qualities,  lightness  of  color  and  uniformity.  It  possesses 
double  the  strength  of  any  other  Liquid  Dryer,  is  suitable  for  all 
linseed-oil  Paints,  and  will  not  discolor  the  most  delicate  tints.  No  other 
Dryer  should  be  used  in  our  Paints. 


In  Nozzle  Cans, 
boxed  for  shipment. 
U.  S.  Stand,  Measure. 


10  &  6  gals, 
per  gal. 


$1.65 


1  gal. 

M  gal- 

Quarts 

Pints 

per  gal. 

each. 

each. 

each. 

1.85 

1.00 

55c. 

30c. 

Pts. 

each. 

20c. 


H.W.  JOHNS’  IRON-OXIDE  PAINT. 

This  Paint  is  ground  very  fine,  mixes  readily  with  Raw  or  Boiled 
Oil,  and  is  superior  in  color  (a  rich  maroon)  to  any  Metallic  Paint  in  the 
market. 

DRY,  in  kegs,  half -bbls.  and  bbls.  from  lOO  to  300  lbs.  ea. ;  per  lb.,  2J  cts. 
IN  OIL,  in  25,  50  and  lOO  lb.  Pails  and  Kegs;  per  lb . 7  “ 

3 


H.  W,  JOHNS’ 

LIQUID  COACH  BLACK. 

This  article  is  prepared  ready  for  use  of  the  best  and  most  durable 
materials,  especially  for  re-painting  old  Carriages,  Wagons,  Carts, 
Sleighs,  Buggies,  etc.  It  can  be  easily  applied,  dries  rapidly  with  a 
firm,  hard  gloss,  and  does  not  require  to  be  either  rubbed  or  varnished. 
One  can  will  usually  be  found  sufficient  for  an  ordinary  size  wagon. 

Per  can . $1.00 

H.  W.  JOHNS’  WOOD  STAINS. 

Prepared  in  pure  Gold  -  Size  from  the  best  pigments  only. 
They  are  put  up  in  form  of  a  stiff  paste,  to  be  thinned  with  turpentine 
only,  and  taking  into  consideration  their  covering  capacity,  are  the  most 
economical  Stains  in  the  market.  One  lb.  will  produce  over  one 
quart  of  strong  Stain,  which  will  cover  about  8co  square  feet.  Full 
directions  for  using  on  every  package.  In  I,  5  and  25  lb.  cans. 


Walnut,  Mahogany  and  Cherry  per  lb . 25  cts. 

Ebony . .  .  “  . 45  “ 


ASBESTOS  WOOD-FILLER. 

Is  composed  of  Asbestos  ground  in  best  gold-size,  and  is 
offered  as  the  best  Wood-filler  in  the  market.  The  mineral  of  which  it 
is  composed  being  indestructible,  its  value  as  an  unchangeable  Wood- 
filler  is  apparent.  In  i,  5  and  25  lb.  Cans. 

Dark,  Light  and  Mahogany ;  per  lb . 20  cts. 

STRICTLY  PURE  RAW  LINSEED  OIL. 

Adulterated  and  inferior  grades  of  Oil  are  now  sold  to  such  an  extent 
that,  to  insure  the  use  of  good  oil  in  thinning  our  Paints  and  Colors,  we 
will  supply  our  customers  only,  with  strictly  pure  raw  Linseed-Oil 
(as  used  in  our  Paints,)  at  New  York  Market  prices,  in  Barrels,  making 
the  following  additional  charges  for  packages  for  smaller  lots. 


Empty  packages  are  not  returnable  at  any  price. 


Two  6  gal.  Cans 

6  gallon  I  3  gallon 

2  gallon 

1  gallon 

in  Case. 

Boxed  Can.  Boxed  Can. 

Boxed  Can. 

Boxed  Can 

Nozzle  Cans. .  $1.00 

65c.  1  60c. 

65c. 

45  c. 

4 

ASBESTOS 

FIRE-PROOF  PAINTS. 


For  Inside  Work.  These  Paints  are  composed  of  strictly  fire¬ 
proof  ingredients,  prepared  ready  for  use  in  white  and  light  tints, 
exclusively  for  Inside  rough  woodwork  of  Factories,  Ware¬ 
houses,  Railroad  Bridges,  Boiler-Rooms,  Cotton-Gin  Houses, 
Theatres,  Cellars,  Attics,  Stables,  etc.,  for  which  purposes  they 
are  as  durable  as  the  ordinary  oil  paints,  and  afford  a  valuable 
protection  against  sparks,  cinders  or  light  flames.  One  gallon  will 
cover  about  150  square  feet,  two  heavy  coats.  Can  be  easily  applied 
by  any  one. 


Per  G-al.  TT.  S. 
Standard  Measure. 


Eels., 

50  to  30  gals. 

75  cts. 


20, 16,^0  &%  gals. 
80  cts. 


Pails,' 

3,  2  &  1  gals. 

85  cts. 


ASBESTOS  FIRE  &  WATER-PROOF  PAINTS. 


For  Outside  Work.  These  are  the  result  of  more  than  twenty 
years’  exhaustive  experiments,  and  are  the  only  Paints  ever  produced 
which  form  a  reliable  protection  against  burning  sparks  and  cinders 
and  will  also  withstand  the  action  of  the  weather.  They  are  especially 
valuable  for  Wooden  Factories,  Warehouses,  R.  R.  Fences,  Station 
and  Freight  Houses,  Bridges,  Roofs  etc. 


Per  Gal.  U.  S. 
Standard  Measura. 


Eels., 

45  to  30  gals. 

$1.80 


Kegs, 

20,  15,  10  &  6  gals. 

$1.85 


Patls, 

3,  2  &  1  gals. 

$1.90 


Railroad  Fence 
Paint,  Red.  1.10 


1.15 


j 

1.20  ' 


ASBESTOS  CONCRETE  COATING. 

Is  strictly  fire-proof,  and  made  of  proper  consistency  to  be  applied 
with  a  trowel.  This  Coating  has  proven  an  effective  protection  for 
beams,  posts,  partitions,  roof  boards,  and  other  inside  rough  woodwork 
exposed  to  flames  or  intense  heat.  100  lbs.  will  cover  about 
200  sq.  ft.  i-i6th  of  an  inch  thick. 

Casks  of  from  600  to  400  lbs.,  per  lb.  5h  cts.  Kegs  of  from  300  to 
100  lbs.,  per  lb.  6  cts. 


S 


H.  W.  JOHNS' 

FINE  COLORS,  IN  OIL. 


YELLOWS, 


These  Colors  are  prepared  from  carefully  selected  pigments  ground 
in  pure  linseed  oil,  for  the  use  of  Painters  and  Decorators,  and 
are  unequaled  in  strength  and  fineness. 

Per  lb.  in  1  and  6  lb 

UMBER,  Best  Turkey,  Raw  and  Burnt . $ 

SIENNA,  Best  Italian,  Raw  and  Burnt .  .... 

BROWN,  Vandyke . .  . 

r  Chrome,  L.,  M.,  O.  &  D.  O . 

Roman  Ochre . 

Golden  Ochre . 

Yellow  Ochre . (in  kegs  nc.) 

Stone  Ochre . (  “  nc.) 

French  Ochre . (  “  IOC.) 

'  Sign  Writers’ . 

Drop . 

Ivory . 

Coach . 

Lettering . 

Refined  Lamp-Black .  . 

Chinese  ft  cans  2SC.  ea.,  X  ft  cans  iSC.  ea.). 

Azure . 

Prussian  (14  ft  cans  2SC.  ea.,  ft  cans,  15c.  ea.) 
Ultramarine  ()^  “  15c.  “  x  "  loc.  "  ) 

French  Verdigris . 

Permanent . 

Paris . 

Chrome,  L.,  M.  &  D . 

Window  Blind,  L.,  M.  &  D . 

Olive  Green  L.  M.  &  D . 

VERMILIONS,  ]  ^Scan^L  ^ 

'  Rose  Pink . 

Tuscan  Red . 

Indian . 

Venetian .  . (in  kegs  loc.) 

Flake  . . 

aKAININO  COLORS,  j  AsL  ' 

DXSTEIVIRER  1  Vandyke  Brown,  Umbers  and  ) 

/-v*D cj  \  Siennas.  ........  .in  I  lb.  bottles,  eacb  j 

uuL.Uiis>,  I  Chrome  Yellow,  L.  M.  &  O.  “ 


BLACKS, 


BLUES, 


GREENS, 


REDS, 


WHITE, 


.  cans. 

.17 

.18 

.18 

.20 

.25 

.18 

.13 

.13 

.12 

.25 

.20 

.20 

.20 

.20 

.18 

.45 

.30 

.40 

.28 

.40 

.35 

.28 

.18 

.18 

.18 

.50 

.20 

.25 

.25 

.18 

.12 

.25 

.16 

.18 

.30 


H.  W.  JOHNS’ 

FINE  COACH  COLORS. 


These  colors  are  Ground  in  best  Coach  Japan,  are  warranted  uniform 
in  quality  and  color,  and  will  dry  flat  and  evenly  at  once. 


Blacks. 

Blues. 

Green. 

Reds. 

Browns. 

Yellows. 


Price  per  lb. 

In  1  lb.  Patent  Cans, 
&  in  5  lb.  Press  Cans. 


’  Best  Ivory  Black . $  .45 

Drop  Black . 35 

Coach  Black . 30 

Coach  Painters’  Lamp  Black . 28 


Prussian  Blue . 80 

Ultramarine  Blue . 80 


I  Coach  Painters’  Green  (L.  M.  &  D.)  .45 


1 

I 


English  Vermilion  (L.  &  D.)  Subject  to 
change . 

American  Vermilion  (L.  &D.) . 

Bose  Pink . . . 

Tuscan  Red . 

Indian  Red . 


1.50 

.40 

.40 

.35 

.25 


'  Amber  Brown  (L.  &  D.) . 40 

Vandyke  Brown . 40 

Raw  and  Burnt  Italian  Sienna . 35 

Raw  and  Burnt  Turkey  Umber . 30 


In  Tubes. 
(1x3 ,‘-4  in.) 
each. 

.  $  .25 

...  .20 
. .  .20 
...  .18 


.35 

.35 

.30 


.75 

.30 

.25 

.25 

.15 

.30 

.25 

.20 

.20 


r  Perfect  Yellow .  2.50  85 

j  Chrome  Yellow  (L.  M.  O.  &  D.  O.)  .40  25 

Yellow  Ochre . 35  25 

Golden  Ochre . 35  26 


Whites. 


J  Flake  White . 
j  Silver  White 


.45  . 30 

.40  . 25 


■  No.  40  Carmine  (L.  &  D.)  . 7.00 

English  Scarlet  Lake,  A . 4.00 

Munich  Lake,  A . 3.25 

Red  Lake,  A .  .  1.50 

Green  Lake .  1.50 

Lakes.  \  English  Rose  Lake,  A . 1.00 

“  “  “  B . 75 

Chatemuc  Lake .  1.00 

Carriage  Part  Lake,  L.  &  D . 70 

Wine  Color,  Best,  L.  L.,  L.  &  D. , .  .70 

“  “  Ordinary,  L.  &  D . 40 


1.50 

1.20 

.75 

.45 

.45 

.30 

.25 

.30 

.25 

.30 

.26 


7 


H.  W.  JOHNS’  VARNISHES. 


Outside  Finishing  Varnish. — This  is  made  of  the  best  materials, 
and  is  intended  for  the  best  outside  work  where  a  good  surface  has  been 
prepared  for  it,  and  where  the  most  durable  finish  is  desired ;  such  as 
outside  doors,  window-frames,  signs,  etc.  It. is  also  a  superior  Finishing 
Varnish  for  coach  bodies. 

Inside  Finishing  Varnish. — Prepared  expressly  for  inside  work 
of  houses  finishe.l  in  hard  woods,  and  the  best  cabinet  work.  The 
wood  shoukl  be  first  filled  with  our  Wood-filler.  The  first  and  second 
coats  of  varnish  should  be  rubbed  down  with  hair,  or,  on  fine  work, 
with  pumice  stone;  the  last  coat  may  be  left  bright  or  rubbed  down  to 
a  dead  finish,  as  desired 

Extra  Coach  Varnish. — Is  used  for  the  same  purposes  as  our 
Outside  Finishing  Varnish,  but  dries  harder.  It  is  adapted  for  all 
ordinary  outside  work,  and  will  be  found  unsurpassed  for  Wagons 
and  Gears.  It  is  also  used  for  inside  work,  over  grained  woods,  etc., 
with  the  best  results  when  two  or  three  days  can  be  given  it  to  harden. 

No.  1  Coach  V arnish.  -  Is  in  every  respect  equal  to  our  Extra 
Coach  Varnish,  but  not  so  pale  in  color. 

Wagon  Varnish.— For  ordinary  wagon  and  agricultural  implement 
work. 

Extra  Furniture  Varnish. — This  is  a  superior  light-colored  varnish 
suitable  for  ordinary  cabinet  work,  and  is  especially  adapted  for  painted 
furniture,  light  woods,  etc. 

No.  I  Furniture  Varnish.— This  Varnish  is  offered  at  the  lowest 
price  at  which  a  really  serviceable  varnish  can  be  produced,  and  is 
suitable  for  ordinary  furniture. 

Hard  Oil  Finish. — A  superior  article  for  interior  hard  wood¬ 
work.  Can  be  finished  either  “gloss”  or  “polished,”  as  desired, 
and  is  not  affected  by  moisture.  In  ordering,  mention  whether  required 
for  light  or  dark  woods. 

Floor  Varnish. — For  varnishing  either  painted  or  hard-wood  floors, 
etc.  The  wood  should  be  first  “filled”  with  our  Asbestos  Wood 
Filler  brushed  on  freely  and  wiped  carefully. 

8 


Coach  Japan. — Is  a  very  strong  dryer,  and  will  not  curdle  when 
mixed  with  oil. 

Asphalt  Varnish. — This  is  a  quick-drying  jet-black  Varnish  in 
pure  Spirits  Turpentine,  especially  adapted  for  coating  new  and  old 
iron,  such  as  Fences,  Railings,  large  and  small  Castings,  Tin,  Zinc,  etc. 

In  Cbls.  and  Nozzle  Cans,  boxed  for  sbipment.- 

-TJ.  S.  Standard  Measure.  j 

Bbls. 

m&SOal 

1  Gal. 

H’lf  Gal. 

Quarts, 

Pints, 

Hf  rts 

per  gal* 

per  gal. 

per  gal. 

each. 

each. 

each. 

eacn.  I 

Outside  Finishing . 

$3.75 

$3.95 

$4.15 

$2.20 

$1.15 

.65 

.... 

Inside  “  . 

3.00 

3.20 

3.40 

1.80 

.95 

.55 

.30 

Spar  Varnish . 

4.00 

4.20 

4.40 

2.30 

1.25 

.75 

Ro.  1  Preservative 

2.20 

2.40 

2.60 

1.40 

.75 

.45 

.... 

No.  2 

3.10 

3.30 

3.50 

1.85 

1.00 

.60 

•  •  •  • 

Extra  Coach . 

2.25 

2.45 

2.65 

1.45 

.80 

.45 

.... 

No.  1  “  . 

2.00 

2.20 

2.40 

1.30 

.70 

.40 

Wagon  Varnish . 

1.50 

1.70 

1.90 

1.00 

.55 

.35 

Extra  Furniture. . 

1.75 

1.95 

2.15 

1.20 

.65 

.40 

.25 

No.  1  “  . 

1.40 

1.60 

1.80 

1.00 

.55 

.35 

.  •  ♦  • 

Hard  Oil  Finish,  Lt.&Dk. 

2.10 

2.30 

2.50 

1.35 

.75 

.45 

Floor  Varnish . 

2.00 

2.20 

2.40 

1.30 

.70 

.40 

•  •  •  . 

Black  Rubbing  Varnish . 

4.00 

4.20 

4.40 

2.30 

1.20 

.65 

....  j 

Asphalt  Varnish  (Turps.) 

1.20 

1.40 

1.60 

.90 

.50 

.30 

.... 

Orange  Shellac  grain 
alcohol) . 

4.40 

4.60 

4.80 

2.50 

1.30 

.70 

. . . . 

Coach  Japan  . 

1.50 

1.70 

1.90 

1.05 

.60 

.35 

.... 

Brown  Japan . 

1  30 

1.50 

1.70 

.95 

.55 

.35 

Turpentine  Japan . 

1.00 

1.20 

1.40 

.80 

.45 

.25 

— 

Black  Lustre  Varnish. — This  is  a  quick-drying  Varnish  made  from 

extra-distilled  Coal  Tar. 

It  is 

adapted  for  coating  heated  iron-work, 

such  as  Smoke  Stacks,  Steam  Pipes,  etc.,  and  for  the  use 
facturers  of  Steam  Boilers,  Iron  Castings,  etc. 

of  manu- 

1 

j 

In  bbls.  and  half  bbls.,  40  cts;  in  kegs,  55  cts. 

cans,  70  cts.  per  gallon. 

9 

in  pr, 

ils  and 

• 

This  Roofing  is  suitable  for  Factories,  Foundries,  Warehouses,  Rail¬ 
road  Buildings,  Bridges,  Car  and  Steamboat  Decks,  etc. ;  also  for  lining 
Cutters,  etc. ;  and  consists  of  strong  canvas,  combined  with  an  Asbes¬ 
tos-coated  felt  and  a  manila  lining  or  “  backing,”  water-proofed  and  com¬ 
pressed  into  a  compact,  flexible  sheet  resembling  leather.  It  is  supplied 
ready  for  use,  in  rolls  382  and  32  inches  wide,  containing  200  sq.  ft.,  with 
allowance  for  2-mch  laps,  and  is  packed  in  cases  suitable  for  shipment 
to  all  parts  of  the  world.  It  weighs,  with  Coatings  complete,  including 
packages,  only  about  85  His.  to  100  sq.  ft.,  and,  when  protected  with  our 
Asbestos  Roof  Coating  and  white  Fire-Proof  Coating  (made 
expressly  for,  and  supplied  with,  this  Roofing),  forms  a  light,  cool  and 
durable  roof,  which  is  proof  against  burning  sparks  and  cinders. 

It  is  adapted  for  steep  and  flat  roofs  in  all  climates,  costs  only  about 
half  as  much  as  tin,  and  can  be  readily  applied  by  any  one.  It  requires 
occasional  re-coating. 

When  ordering,  make  allowance  for  extra  joints,  gutters,  etc. 
Send  for  special  pamphlet  containing  full  description,  instructions, 
testimonials,  etc. 

Per  “Square”  (100  sq.  ft.),  with  Roof  Coating,  Fire-Proof 
Coating  and  Nails  complete . . $4.26 

DOUBLE-THICK  ROOFING  FELT. 

This  article  when  coated  with  our  Asbestos  Roof  Coating  and 
sanded,  forms  an  economical  roof  for  temporary  structures. 

It  is  put  up  in  rolls  32  inches  wide,  of  100  and  200  square  feet  each, 
easily  applied  by  nailing  at  edges  with  our  Roofing  Nails  and  Tin 
Caps,  and  coating  thoroughly  with  our  Asbestos  Roof  Coating,  which 
is  prepared  ready  for  use. 

Per  Square  (loo  square  feet),  with  Asbestos  Roof  Coating  for 
two  Coats,  Nails  and  Caps  complete . $2.60 

* 

10 


ASBESTOS  ROOF  OOATING. 

Tliis  is  a  Fibrous  Coating,  composed  of  ground  Asbestos  and 
Silica,  combined  with  partially  distilled  coal  tar  and  an  acid  and  water¬ 
proof  composition,  and  is  prepared  ready  for  use,  to  be  applied  with  a 
brush.  It  is  used  for  coating  the  Asbestos  Roofing,  and  forms  the 
most  durable  and  economical  Coating  ever  produced  for  Felt  and  Can¬ 
vas  Roofs.  One  gallon  will  cover  about  lOO  sq.  ft. 

Extra  Heavy  Coating,  for  repairing  old  roofs,  will  be  made  to  order. 


Bbls, 

Kegs, 

Pails, 

1  Per  Gal.  U.  S. 

1  60  to  30  gals.  1 

1  20, 15,  10  &  6  gals. 

1  3,  2  &  1  gals. 

!  standard  Measure. 

i  40  cts.  1 

45  cts. 

1  50  cts. 

ASBESTOS  ROOF  CEMENT. 

This  Cement  is  prepared  ready  for  use,  and  forms  an  elastic, 
adhesive  compound,  of  a  consistency  to  be  easily  applied  with  a  trowel. 
It  is  used  for  repairing  leaks  around  chimneys,  dormer-windows, 
sky-lights,  scuttles,  etc.,  on  all  kinds  of  Roofs,  and  for  broken  joints, 
nail  and  rust  holes  in  Tin  Roofs,  etc. 

Old  leaky  tin  and  iron  roofs  can  be  restored  and  rendered  service¬ 
able  for  many  years  with  the  Brown  Cement  and  our  Asbestos  Roof 
Paints. 

The  Black  Cement  is  used  with  our  Asbestos  Roof  Coating,  for 
repairing  old  Canvas,  Felt  and  other  Roofs. 

Full  instructions  on  every  package. 


60  &  25  lb.  Paili. 

Black . 6  cts.  per  lb. 

Brown . 9  “  “ 


10  lb.  Cans. 

75  cts.  each. 

$1.00 


6  lb.  Cans. 
50  cts.  each. 
75  “  “ 


ROOFING  BRUSHES. 


Our  Roofing  Brushes  are  manufactured  expressly  for  us,  and  are  the 
best  brushes  made  for  the  purpose. 

2-Knot,  each.  .$1.00  3-Knot,  each.  .$1.25  4-Knot,  each.  .$1.50 

ROOFING  NAILS. 

Our  Barbed  Roofing  Nails  are  made  with  extra-large  heads,  and 
are  superior  to  any  others  for  the  purpose.  About  li  lbs.  are  required 
for  one  square  (100  square  feet)  of  Asbestos  Roofing.  Per  lb.  7  cts. 

Best  Quality  Tarred  Felt,  in  rolls  32  in.  wide,  of  about  45  lbs. 
each;  about  15  lbs.  to  100  sq.  ft.,  per  lb . 21  cts. 

Rosin-Sized  Sheathing,  in  rolls  36  in.  wide,  about  8  lbs.  to 

100  sq.ft.;  per  lb . 4  cts. 


ASBESTOS  BUILDING  FELT. 


Our  Building  Felt  is  composed  entirely  of  Asbestos,  and,  on  account, 
of  its  non-conducting  and  fire-proof  qualities,  is  largely  used  for  lining 
weather-boards,  shingle  roofs,  floors,  wood  partitions,  etc.  It  will  not 
disintegrate  by  age,  is  odorless  and  vermin-proof. 


In  rolls  of  about  70  lbs.,  36  in.  wide,  weighing  about 

10  lbs.  to  100  sq.ft  . 

Extra  Heavy  Building  Felt,  about  16  lbs.  to  100 
sq.  ft . . . 


-per lb. .  .12  cts. 


ASBESTOS 

FIRE  &.  WATER-PROOF  SHEATHING. 

(PATENTED.) 

This  is  one  of  our  recent  inventions,  and  is  the  only  durable  Fire  and 
Water-Proof  Sheathing  made  from  Asbestos.  It  is  composed  exclu¬ 
sively  of  Asbestos,  rendered  permanently  water-proof  by  a  recently 
discovered  chemical  process  which  gives  it  greater  strength  than  any 
other  Asbestos  Sheathing  or  Felt  of  twice  its  weight  and  thickness. 

Its  value  as  a  protection  against  fire  and  water,  for  sheathing  or  lining 
under  weather-boards  of  wooden  structures,  shingle  and  slate  roofs, 
floois,  walls,  partitions,  ceilings,  etc.,  will  be  readily  appreciated. 

In  rolls  36  in.  wide,  weighing  about  4  lbs.  to  100 

sq.  ft . 

Double-Thick,  about  7^  lbs.  per  100  sq.  ft . 


I  per  lb..  20  cts. 


ASBESTOS  SHEATHING. 


This  is  a  strong,  white  Sheathing,  composed  of  pure  Asbestos,  and  is 
strictly  fire-proof.  It  is  used  for  lining  wood  partitions  and  ceilings, 
fire  screens,  and  other  surfaces  in  danger  of  ignition  by  fire. 


In  rolls  of  from  60  to  loo  lbs.,  42  in.  wide,  weighing 

about  6  lbs.  to  100  sq.  ft . 

Double-thick  Asbestos  Sheathing,  about  io  lbs.  to 
100  sq.  ft . 


■per  lb.  .18  cts. 


1 


12 


ASBE8TQS~pla^STQVE-LINING. 

This  material  is  composed  of  Asbestos 
and  other  fire-proof  materials,  prepared 
ready  for  use  in  the  form  of  a  plastic 
cement  easily  applied  with  a  ti'owel,  form¬ 
ing  a  durable  and  economical  Lining  for 
cooking  and  heating  stoves  and  ranges,  hot¬ 
air  and  boiler  furnaces,  furnace  doors,  etc. 
It  is  also  useful  for  repairing  broken  fire¬ 
brick,  iron  linings,  etc.,  exposed  to  fire 
heat  and  is  invaluable  as  a  Fire  Mortar 
for  laying  fire-brick  in  boiler  furnaces,  as 
it  will  not  burn  out  and  clinkers  will  not 
attach  to  it. 

It  is  also  especially  valuable  for  manufac¬ 
turers  of  iron,  glass,  chemicals,  etc. 


I  Casks,  600  to  400  lbs. ;  per  lb .  4^  cts. 

*  Kegs,  300  to  100  lbs.;  “  “ .  5  “ 

'  Pails,  50  and  25  lbs.;  “  “ .  6  “ 

j  lo-lb.  Cans;  each .  . 75  “ 

i  e  «  ((  . 50  “ 


ASBESTOS  FURNACE  CEMENT. 

This  Cement  is  the  best  article  in  the  market  for  mounting  and 
repairing  broken  joints,  etc.,  in  Furnaces,  Ranges,  Heaters,  Stoves, 
Flues,  Gas  and  Oil  Stoves,  etc.  It  is  prepared  ready  for  use,  adheres 
readily  and  firmly  to  castings,  tin,  etc.,  and  “sets”  in  a  few  hours. 
When  subjected  to  heat  it  vitrifies  without  shrinking  or  becoming  porous, 
or  shaking  loose,  is  inodorous,  and  effectually  prevents  escape  of 
smoke,  gases,  dust,  etc.,  thus  insuring  per  bet  draught. 

It  is  also  invaluable  for  cementing  and  lining  Furnace  Doors  of 
Steam-Boilers,  etc.,  or  as  a  protection  for  any  work  exposed  to  direct 
heat,  flames,  etc. 

Its  color  is  a  grey,  like  castings,  and  in  the  unopened  package  will 
keep  an  indefinite  length  of  time  without  deterioration. 


Casks,  600  to  400  lbs. ;  per  lb .  6  cts. 

Kegs,  300  to  100  “  “  .  6^  “ 

Pails,  50  and  25  “  “  .  7^  “ 

lo-lb.  Cans;  each .  $1.00 

5-lb.  “  “  .  60  cts. 

2-lb.  «  .  .  35  “ 


nlril' 


H.  W.  JOHNS' 


ASBESTOS  CEMENT  FELTING. 


(PATENTED.; 

A  Non-Conducting  Covering  for  Steam  Pipes,  Boilers, 
Stills,  and  Other  Steam-Heated  Surfaces. 


A  genuine  Asoestos  Cement  Felting  is  composed  of  fibrous 
Asbestos  and  a  cementing  compound,  forming  a  light,  porous  Cover 
mg  partaking  of  the  nature  of  a  felt  and  a  cement,  to  be  used  as  a 
mortar  and  applied  with  a  trowel  to  Steam  Pipes,  Boilers  Stills  etc 
while  heated.  > 

It  is  a  strictly  first-class  article,  and  forms  a  more  effectual  non¬ 
conductor  than  any  other  cement,  mortar,  or  so-called  “  feltine  ”  of 
equal,  or  even  greater  thickness,  the  saving  of  heat  being  real  as  well 
as  apparent ;  this  is  not  the  case  with  the  common  cement  or  spurious 
Asbestos  coverings;  which,  being  usually  applied  twice  as  thick 
furnish  a  larger  radiating  surface,  by  which  many  are  deceived.’ 

It  IS  put  up  in  barrels,  dry,  to  be  mixed  with  water  to  the  consistency 
of  mortar,  and  can  be  easily  applied  by  any  ordinary  mason  or  plas¬ 
terer.  One  barrel  covers  a  flat  surface  of  about  42  sq.  ft  one  inch 

thick,  and  weighs  about  160  lbs.  Per  bbl . .  _  >f;4  00 

covS'^  special  circular  containing  full  description  of  non-conducting 

ASBESTOS  HOT-BLAST  CEMENT  FELTING. 

This  covering  for  Hot-Blast  Pipes,  Smoke  Pipes,  and  other 
fi^'e-heated  surfaces,  being  strictly  fire-proof,  is  also  valuable  as  a  fire¬ 
proof  lining  under  slate  and  other  roofs,  and  for  formiim  fire-proof 
roofs;  also  “deadening  ’’  for  floors,  etc.  &  P 

and  xveighs 

about  2CO  lbs.  Per  bbl .  $5  50 


14 


H.  W.  JOHNS’ 

ASBESTOS  LINING  FELT. 

(PATENTED.) 

This  material  consists  of  pure  Asbestos  Sheathing,  to  one  side  of 
which  is  attached  a  layer  of  “  flocked”  or  felted  Asbestos,  forming  a 
strictly  fire-proof,  non-conducting  lining  for  Hair  Felt,  protecting  it 
from  the  injurious  effects  of  heat  when  applied  to  Steam  Pipes, 
Boilers,  etc. 

In  rolls  50  ft.  long,  and  12,  18,  24  &  36  in.  wide;  per  sq.  ft.,  6  cts. 

ASBESTOS  CORDED  SHEATHING. 

This  consists  of  pure  Asbestos  Sheathing,  to  the  surface  of  which 
are  attached  loosely-twisted  rolls  of  Asbestos,  forming  a  material  about 
4  of  an  inch  thick.  It  is  particularly  valuable  as  a  strictly  fire-proof, 
non-conducting  covering  for  Hot-Air  and  Smoke  Pipes,  for  lining 
under  Hair  Felts  on  Steam  Boilers,  etc.,  and  as  a  fire-proof  lining  under 
carpets,  etc. 

In  rolls,  containing  100  &  150  sq.  ft.,  36  in.  wide;  per  sq.  ft.  15  cts. 

ASBESTOS  LOCOMOTIVE  LAGGING. 

Composed  of  large  strands  or  twisted  rolls  of  pure  Asbestos,  woven 
with  a  fine  Asbestos  warp,  and  lined  with  a  pure  Asbestos  Sheathing, 
forming  a  strong,  matted,  felt-like  material  of  great  non-conducting 
power.  It  is  fire  and  acid  proof,  and  forms  the  most  effective  and 
durable  “Lagging”  or  Covering  known  for  locomotive  boilers  and  all 
heated  surfaces. 

This  is  the  only  substantial  non-conducting  Covering  for  Boilers 
and  Pipes  on  steamships  which  is  absolutely  fire-proof.  It  can  be  cut 
in  any  desired  shape  without  waste. 

About  ^  inch  thick,  in  rolls  36  in.  wide;  per  sq.  ft . 35  cts. 

ASBESTOS  AND  HAIR  WOVEN  FELT. 

This  is  similar  to  our  Asbestos  Locomotive  Lagging,  but  contains 
25  per  cent,  best  hair  ;  it  is  equally  desirable  for  covering  Steam  Pipes, 
Boilers,  etc.  It  is  very  elastic  and,  owing  to  the  large  proportion  of 
Asbestos,  is  practically  fire-proof. 

About  ^  inch  thick,  in  rolls  36  in.  wide;  per  sq.  ft . 20  cts. 

HAIR  FELT. 

This  Felt  is  made  from  the  best  selected  hair,  and  is  the  cleanest, 
lightest  and  most  economical  Hair  Felt  in  use  for  covering  boilers, 
steam  and  water  pipes,  sheathing  ice-houses,  deadening  floors,  etc.  In 
bales  of  300  square  feet. 

Best  quality;  per  sq.  ft.,  i  inch,  6  cts.;  f  inch,  7cts. ;  i  inch,  Sets. 

15 


H.  W.  JOHNS’ 

PATENTED 

Asbestos  Air-Chamber  Covering. 

A  Ifon-Conductiiig  Covering  for  Boilers,  Steam  and 
Hot-Water  Pipes. 


This  improved  Covering  is  formed  with  our  fire-proof  Asbestos 
Lining  Felt,  Hair  Felt,  and  our  Asbestos  Sheathing  and  Canvas. 
Additional  layers  of  Hair  Felt  and  Sheathing  form  our  Double  Air- 
Chamber,  the  lightest  and  most  effective  non-conducting  Covering 
known  for  Steam  Pipes,  Boilers,  etc.  Can  be  easily  removed  for 
repairs  to  pipes  and  boilers,  and  replaced  without  injury. 

Send  for  special  pamphlet  contaiiring  full  description,  testimonials, 
etc. 

Price  for  Materials  Complete,  including  Canvas : 
Single  Air-Chamber  Covering,  per  square  foot,  flat  measure. . .  .21  cts. 
Double  Air-Chamber  Covering,  “  “  “  “  “  ....26  “ 


Price  per  Lineal  Foot,  Eegular  Sizes  of  Pipe ; 


Asbestos  Single 

h  ht- 

if  in. 

I  in. 

iHn. 

2  in. 

2  Jin. 

3  in. 

4  in. 

5  in. 

6  in. 

Air-Chamber, 

ilc. 

12c. 

14c. 

17  c. 

20c. 

23  c. 

27c. 

33c 

40c 

46c. 

Double  do. 

17c. 

19c. 

20c. 

25  c. 

28c. 

32  c 

36c. 

44c. 

o3c. 

61c. 

We  are  the  inventors  and  patentees  of  non-conducting  coverings 
composed  of  a  layer  or  lining  of  Asbestos,  surrounded  by  hair.  Asbestos, 
or  other  porous  or  fibrous  material,  and  covered^  or  enclosed  with  a 
practically  air-tight  jacket  of  Asbestos,  or  material  containing  Asbestos . 

Also  of  the  same  divided  into  practically  air-tight  chambers  or  com¬ 
partments  by  an  Asbestos  sheet  or  other  air-tight  jacket  or  sheathing; 
also  of  a  layer  or  cushion  of  Asbestos  surrounded  or  covered  by  a  layer 
or  mass  of  binding  material. 

Infringers  will  be  prosecuted.”^^ 

i6 


H.  W.  JOHNS' 

PATENT  IMPROVED 


Asbestos  Sectional  Covering, 

OP  Improved  Air-Chamber  Covering. 

A  Non-Conducting  Covering  for  Steam  and  Water  Pipes,  etc. 


This  Covering  is  composed  of  a  fire-proof  non-conducting  lining  of 
Asbestos,  surrounded  by  alternate  layers  of  Asbestos  and  Non-Con 
ducting  Felt,  and  is  the  lightest,  strongest  and  most  perfect  form 
of  Portable  or  Sectional  Non-Conducting  Pipe  Covering  ever  produced, 
is  practically  indestructible  and  can  be  readily  attached  or  removed  by 
any  one. 

Send  for  special  circular  containing  full  description. 

We  also  make  special  forms  ol  this  covering,  suitable  for  super¬ 
heated  Steam-Pipes,  etc. 

PRICE  LIST  FOR  COVERING  AND  FITTINGS. 


iNSIDE  DIAMETER 
OF  PIPE. 

COVERING 
Per  Foot.* 

ELBOWS, 

Each 

TEES, 

Each. 

VALVES, 

Each. 

From  ] 

i  inch.  1 
to  [ 

30  ets. 

30  ets. 

40  ets. 

30  ets. 

1^  inch,  j 

2 

33  “ 

33  “ 

43  “ 

33  “ 

“ 

37  “ 

37  “ 

49  “ 

49  “ 

3 

43  “ 

43  “ 

58  “ 

58  “ 

“ 

48  “ 

48  “ 

64  “ 

64  “ 

4  “ 

53  “ 

53  “ 

72  “ 

72  “ 

4J  “ 

56  “ 

56  “ 

76  “ 

76  “ 

6  “ 

60  “ 

60  “ 

80  “ 

80  “ 

6 

69  “ 

69  “ 

92  “ 

92  “ 

•  In  sections  3  feet  long. 

Send  for  special  pamphlet  containing  full  description  and  testi¬ 
monials,  samples,  etc. 


17 


H.  W.  JOHNS’ 

ASBESTOS  STEAM  PACKINGS. 


Our  improved  elastic  Asbestos  Piston  -  Rod  Packing  is  com¬ 
posed  exclusively  of  the  best  quality  long-fibre  Asbestos  spun  into 
strands  and  combined,  by  a  new  process,  into  packing  of  any  desired  i 
size.  It  is  applied  in  the  same  manner  as  ordinary  Hemp  Packing, 
forming  the  most  perfect,  compact  and  durable  Packing  ever  pro-  I 
duced  for  locomotives,  marine  and  other  engines,  valve-stems,  oil  j 
pumps,  expansion  joints,  etc.  It  requires  less  oil  than  any  other,  being  i 
to  a  great  extent  self-lubricating,  and  will  wear  ten  times  as  long  as 
ordinary  packings.  I 

This  Packing  is  superior  to  any  heretofore  produced  in  point  of  j 
durability  and  ease  of  application,  and  is  indestructible  by  acids,  long  [ 
exposure  to  dampness,  or  any  degree  of  heat.  The  cheaper  kinds  of 
oil  made  from  petroleum  work  equally  well  with  it  as  lard  or  sperm.  i 
This  Packing  is  finished  with  a  smooth  surface,  and  is  covered  with  ; 
fine  man  ilia  tissue  paper  (to  be  removed)  to  prevent  the  adhesion  of 
dust  or  gritty  substances. 

In  regular  sizes  from  ^  to  2  inches  in  diameter;  per  lb . 35  cts.  | 

ASBESTOS  WICK  PACKING.  ! 

This  article  is  composed  of  the  purest  and  finest  Asbestos  fibre  made 
into  the  form  of  a  soft,  strong  “lamp-wick,”  which  can  be  wound  or  i 
packed  in  any  desired  shape  around  small  steam  and  other  valve-stems,  j 
pumps,  etc. ;  and,  being  strictly  acid  and  fire-proof,  is  valuable  for  use 
in  chemical  works,  etc.  ^ 

In  I -lb.  balls  and  on  5  and  lo-lb.  spools;  per  lb . 40  cts. 

NOTE.  —The  cotton  with  which  other  Packings  are  adulterated  can  be 
easily  distinguished  by  applying  a  lighted  match. 

I 

ASBESTOS  FIBRE. 

Especially  prepared  for  packing  journal  boxes,  filtering  chem-  i 

icals  and  wiping  galvanized  wire,  etc. 


FINE  CARDED  FIBRE,  per  lb . 30  cts- 

No.  I  Extra  “  “  25  “ 

No.  I  “  “  20  “ 

No.  3  Fine  Ground  “  “  10  “ 

No.  3  Ground  “  “  10  “ 


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ASBESTOS  MILL-BOARD 

OR  FLAT  PACKING. 

This  is  composed  wholly  of  pure  Asbestos,  and  weighs  about 
twenty  per  cent,  less  than  adulterated  Mill-Board.  It  is  strictly  fire 
and  acid-proof,  and  forms  an  economical  and  durable  Flat  or  Sheet 
Packing  for  flange-joints,  steam-pumps,  cylinder  heads,  man-hole  plates 
of  steam  boilers,  oil  stills,  etc.,  and  can  be  removed  and  replaced  with¬ 
out  injury.  It  is  also  used  for  covering  locomotive  boilers,  and  for  fire¬ 
screens,  partitions,  linings  under  stoves,  grates  etc.  In  sheets  of  40x40  in. 
from  I-32  to  1-2  in.  thick,  weighing  from  to  28  lbs. ;  per  lb. .  .  18  cts. 

ASBESTOS  GASKETS. 

All  sizes  not  exceeding  40  inches  outside  diameter,  from  1-32  to 
1-4  of  an  inch  thick,  cut  to  order  from  our  Asbestos  Mill-Board — - 
weight  less  than  one-half  as  much  as  India-Rubber  Gaskets. 


Regular  shapes,  round  or  square;  per  lb .  60  cts. 

Rings  and  Washers,  3  inches  or  less  in  diameter;  per  lb . $1.00 


Send  pattern  or  drawing  with  orders  for  irregular  shapes. 

ASBESTOS  &  RUBBER  CLOTH. 

This  material  is  composed  of  Asbestos  Cloth  covered  with  our  im¬ 
proved  composition  of  Asbestos  and  India-Rubber,  and  forms  the 
most  durable  Flat  or  Sheet  Packing  made.  Being  very  elastic,  it  will 
adapt  itself  to  all  uneven  surfaces,  forming  a  perfect  joint,  steam, 
acid,  and  air-tight.  It  weighs  about  6  oz.  per  sq.  ft.,  and  is  made 
in  sheets  and  rolls  40  in.  wide.  It  will  be  made  two  or  more  ply 
to  order. 

Per  lb . 80  cts. 

ASBESTOS  &  RUBBER  TAPE. 

A  braided  Asbestos  Band,  or  Tape,  covered  with  our  improved 
Asbestos  and  India-Rubber  composition,  forming  the  most  durable 
Gaskets,  Washers  and  Rings  for  Steam  Joints,  Cylinder  Heads,  Man¬ 
hole  and  Hand-hole  Plates,  etc.  It  can  be  easily  bent  into  the  re¬ 
quired  shape,  and  removed  and  replaced  without  injury.  We  make  all 
widths  from  5-16  to  2  1-4  inches.  Per  lb . $1.00 

Asbestos  &  Rubber  Rings,  with  cemented  lap  joints,  made 
to  order  from  our  Asbestos  and  Rubber  Tape,  on  receipt  of  memo¬ 
randum  of  sizes,  widths  and  thicknesses  required;  per  lb . $1.25 

Asbestos  Gasket  Cement,  acid  and  water-proof,  for  forming 
air-tight  joints  between  layers  of  our  Asbestos  Mill-Board  where 
very  thick  Gaskets  are  required. 

In  I,  2  and  5 -lb.  cans;  per  lb . 20  cts. 

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IS 


(PATENTED.) 

Vulcabeston  (manufactured by  the  Johns-Pratt  Co.,  Hartford, 
Conn.)  is  composed  of  Asbestos,  combined  with  water-and-acid -proof 
materials,  vulcanized  and  compressed;  is  superior  to  any  other 
known  material  on  account  of  its  permanent  resistance  to  heat 
and  immunity  from  injury  by  acids,  gases,  etc.,  and  is  therefore  in¬ 
valuable  for  a  variety  of  purposes.  It  can  be  made  in  any  desired 
form,  is  practically  indestructible,  fire-proof,  and  will  not  shrink. 

At  present  we  make  two  distinct  kinds  of  Vulcabeston;  the  first  is 
acid  and  water-proof,  and  will  withstand  any  degree  of  dry  heat. 
I'his  forms  the  most  perfect  and  durable  acid  chambers,  electric  ac¬ 
cumulator  cells,  etc.,  ever  produced.  The  fire  and  water-proof 
Vulcabeston  is  a  non-conductor  of  electricity,  and  possesses  all  the 
valuable  qualities  of  the  first,  except  that  it  is  not  acid-proof. 

For  Electrical  Purposes,  we  make  to  order 
Electrical  Insulating  Rings  and  Washers. 

Electric-Accumulator  Cells,  etc.,  etc., 

Vulcabeston  Sheet  Packing.  In  sheets  24x30  in.  and  36x36  in. 
Hard,  Medium,  Soft,  and  Extra-Flexible,  1-16  in.  thick  and 

upward;  per  lb .  . $1.00 

Less  than  1-16  inch  thick,  per  lb .  1.25 

Hard,  for  Electrical  purposes,  1-16  in.  and  upward,  per  lb. . .  1.25 
Less  than  1-16  in.,  per  lb . .  1.50 

Vulcabeston  Moulded  Gaskets. 

'  Hand-hole,  and  round,  under  6  in.  diameter,  1-8  in. 

Medium  thick  and  upward;  per  lb . $3.00 

and  ,  Less  than  1-8  in.  thick;  per  lb . . .  3.60 

Soft.  1  Man-hole,  round,  square,  and  elliptical,  6  in.  diameter 

[  and  upward;  per  lb .  2.50 


Vulcabeston  Moulded  Piston-Rod  Packing  Rings. 

Hard  and  Medium;  per  lb . 


$2.50 


Vulcabeston  Moulded  Faucet  Washers. 

Large,  medium,  and  small,  per  100 . $2.50 


Vulcabeston  Moulded  Union  Washers. 


For  3-8  inch  Pipe . 

1-16  in.  thick, 
per  100. 

. $2.10... 

1-8  in.  thick, 
per  100. 

. $2.45 

“  1-2  “ 

.  2.45... 

.  2.75 

“  3-4  “ 

<< 

.  3.00... 

.  3.65 

((  j  (( 

.  3.65... 

.  4.25 

“  I  i-qin. 

<( 

.  4.90... 

.  6.00 

Vulcabeston  Moulded  Carriage-Axle  Washers. 

Large,  per  lb . $3.90 

Medium  “  4.25 

Small,  “  4.90 

Vulcabeston  Shoes,  Fire  Proof,  for  use  in  Smelting  Furnaces,  Acid 

and  Chemical  Works,  etc.  All  sizes,  per  pair . $5.50 

We  also  make  to  order 

Vulcabeston  Pump  Valve?. 

“  Expansion  joint  Washers. 

“  Fire  and  Acid-Proof  Tubing. 

“  Railway  Dust  Guards,  and  similar  articles. 

Prices  according  to  special  requirements. 


VULCANIZED 

ASBESTOS  PISTON-ROD  PACKING. 

This  is  a  flexible  rope  packing  composed  of  strong,  twisted  strands  of 
pure  Asbestos,  combined  with  India  Rubber  and  vulcanized.  It  is  an 
improvement  upon  our  Pure  Asbestos  Packings,  and  is  superior  to  all 
others  for  piston  rods,  valve-stems,  pump-valves,  etc.,  where  high- 
pressure  steam,  hot  water,  oils,  acids,  ammonia,  etc.,  are  used,  and  for 
locomotives,  stationary  and  marine  engines. 

The  advantages  possessed  by  this  Packing  are  that,  in  consequence 
of  its  wonderful  strength  and  durability,  it  can  be  used  wherever 
metallic  packings  have  been  heretofore  necessary.  It  is  self-lubri¬ 
cating  to  a  greater  extent  than  any  other  material,  and  will  not  shrink 
or  blow  out. 

Round  and  Square,  all  sizes,  from  ^  in.  to  2  in.  diam. ;  on  ^  lb. 

and  I  lb.  spools  ;  also  on  reels  from  lo  to  50  lbs.;  per  lb.  $1.00 


SI 


ASBESTOS  RETORT  OEM  ENT. 

This  is  used  for  repairing  broken  clay  and  iron  Gas  Retorts,  Pipes, 
etc.,  and  for  cementing  fittings,  connecting  pipes,  flange-joints,  etc. 
It  is  composed  of  Asbestos  and  other  fire  and  acid-proof  materials,  is 
prepared  ready  for  use,  can  be  easily  applied  with  a  trowel,  and 
hardens  rapidly.  When  subjected  to  intense  heat  it  vitrifies  without 
shrinking,  and  is  not  injured  by  nitric  or  sulphuric  acids,  petroleum 
oils,  etc.,  and  effectually  prevents  the  escape  of  vapors. 


Casks,  600  to  400  lbs;  per  lb . 6  cts. 

Kegs,  300  to  100  “  “  .  “ 

Pails,  50  and  25  “  “  . 7^  “ 

lo-lb.  Cans,  each .  . $1.00 

5  “  “  “  . 60  cts. 


ASBESTOS  CLOTH. 

We  manufacture  strictly  pure  Asbestos  Cloth  in  three  standard  thick¬ 
nesses — Fine,  Medium  and  Heavy.  It  is  strictly  fire-proof,  unaffected 
by  acids  or  mineral  oils,  and  is  extensively  used  for  filtering  acids,  etc. 
and  as  a  filter  cloth  for  domestic  purposes,  and  in  sugar  works,  etc. 
It  is  also  made  into  curtains,  aprons,  mittens,  screens  etc.  for  use 
in  theatres,  smelting  works,  iron  and  steel  furnaces,  etc.,  as  a  protection 
against  fire,  heat  and  red-hot  metal.  We  keep  in  stock  36-mch  only; 
other  widths  are  made  to  order. 

Fine,  weight  about  3§  oz.  to  i  sq.  ft.  |  Per  yd.,  j  JJJ;  wide!^l”.75 

Medium,  “  “  4|  “  “  “  “  “  “  2.25 

Heavy.  “  “  6^  “  “  “  “  “  “  2.75 

Heavy  Twilled  “  “  “  3.50 

Fire-Proof  Theatre  Curtains,  Flies,  Screens,  Shields,  Covers, 
Mittens,  etc.,  made  to  order. 

We  also  manufacture  Asbestos  Cloth  to  order  for  special  requirements. 

Asbestos  Rugs. 

For  protecting  Carpets  in  front  of  grate  fires,  &c.,  from  ignition  from 
sparks,  cinders,  &c.  In  various  colors  and  patterns,  about  30  x  48  in., 

'Each . .  $7.00 

Other  sizes  up  to  60  inches  in  width  and  any  desired  length,  will  be 
made  to  order. 

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Asbestos  Fire-Proof  Rope. 

For  fire-escape  ladders,  etc.  All  sizes  from  ^  to  2  in.  diameter, 

per  lb .  $1.00 

Asbestos  Print-Roller  Cloth. 

A  very  thick  fabric,  woven  from  our  Asbestos  Cord.  It  is  acid-proof 
and  is  used  for  covering  rollers  in  print  works,  etc.  It  is  made  to 
order  of  any  desired  width. 


Per  square  yard . $3.75 

Print-Roller  Cord;  per  lb . 85 


Asbestos  Cord. 

This  is  a  strong,  hard-finished,  six-strand  Cord,  about  one-eighth 
of  an  inch  diameter.  It  is  valuable  for  suspending  Metals,  Retorts, 
Crucibles,  etc.,  in  contact  with  fire,  and  for  use  in  theatres,  chemical 
and  acid  works,  print  works,  etc.  It  is  fire  and  acid-proof. 

In  i-lb.  balls;  per  lb . 65  cts. 

Asbestos  Twine. 

This  is  a  strong,  hard-finished  three-strand  Twme,  about  one-fifteenth 
of  an  inch  diameter.  It  is  fire  and  acid-proof,  and  is  used  for  purposes 
similar  to  those  described  for  our  Asbestos  Cord,  and  for  insulating 
electric  and  other  wires,  etc. 

In  I -lb.  balls;  per  lb . 85  cts. 

Asbestos  Sewing  Twine. 

A  very  fine,  strong,  hard-finished  Cord,  used  for  sewing  our  Asbestos 
Cloth  and  for  binding  materials  exposed  to  the  action  of  fire  or  acids; 


also  for  philosophical  and  chemical  apparatus,  etc. 

In  ^-Ib.  balls;  per  lb . $1.25 

Asbestos  Paper. 

In  rolls  39  inches  wide,  weighing  about  4  lbs.  to  100  sq.  ft.;  also  in 
sheets  36x47  inches,  about  5  sheets  to  i  lb. 

Per  lb . $1.75 


Asbestos  Tubes. 

For  covering  “  Carrying-in  Forks”  in  Glass  Works,  etc.  All  sizes 
and  lengths  to  order. 

ASBESTOS  YARN.— TWO  AND  THREE-PLY. 

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THE  CENTENNIAL 

PRIZE  MEDAL  DIPLOMA  OF  MERIT 

WERE 

Awarded  for  our  Asbestos  Materials. 


FIRST  PREMIUM  AWARDED  BY 

American  Institute,  ’58  to  '70,  ’71,  ’72,  '73,  ’74,  ’75, 
’77,  ’78,  ’79,  ’80,  and  ’81. 

New  Hampshire  State  Fair,  1871. 

Louisiana  State  Fair,  1870. 
Pennsyivania  State  Fair,  1872. 

Texas  State  Fair,  1871. 

Rhode  Island  State  Fair,  1872. 
N.  E.  Agricultural  Society,  1874. 

Chilian  Exposition,  1875. 

N.  C.  Agricultural  Society,  1877. 
Atlanta  Cotton  Exposition,  1881. 
Inter-Colonial  Exposition,  Melbourne,  Australia,  1880. 

Cold  Medals  (2),  Matanzas  Exposition,  1881. 

Silver  Medal,  Amsterdam  Exposition,  1883. 

Crystal  Palace  Medal,  London,  1884. 
Medal  of  the  First  Class,  New  Orleans,  1885. 


The  Highest  Premiums  have  in  every  instance  been  awarded 
to  our  Asbestos  Materials  at  all  Expositions  and  Fairs,  wherever 
exhibited. 

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TO  DEfiLERS  MD  GENERAL  MERCHANTS. 


:E  ask  you  to  look  over  our  list,  which  comprises 
l/ii  many  well-known  articles  for  Household,  Struc¬ 
tural  and  Mechanical  purposes,  which  are  con¬ 
stantly  wanted  everywhere.  We  believe  no  other 
manufacturing  house  can  offer  a  more  desirable  line  of  goods 
of  solid  practical  value,  or  one  which  would  form  so  com¬ 
plete  a  basis  for  a  profitable  business  all  the  year  roiind. 

Although  for  seemingly  widely  different  purposes,  our  goods 
are  all  connected  in  their  uses,  and  are  required  by  everyone 
for  his  house,  store  or  factory. 

We  give  exclusive  sale  of  such  of  our  goods  as  dealers  will 
keep  in  stock,  and  our  confidential  terms  will  be  found  liberal 
and  satisfactory. 


To 


Cos.,  ok 


You  can  save  from  lo  to  25  per  cent,  of  your  customary 
outlays  by  use  of  our 

PAINTS,  ROOFING, 

STEAM  PIPE  AND  BOILER  COVERINGS, 

STEAM  PACKINGS,  Etc. 

Our  Materials  are  all  Ready  for  Use  and  can  be  easily 

applied. 

Samples,  Estimates  of  Cost  and  any  further  desired  inform- 
ation  will  be  promptly  furyiished. 

^LIBERAL  DISCOUNTS  TO  LARGE  CONSUMERS.-^ 


H.  W.  JOHNS  MANUFACTURING  CO., 


87  Maiden  Lane,  New  York. 

170  &  172  North  4th  St.,  Phila. 


240  &  242  Randolph  St.,  Chicago. 
88  Leadenhall  St.,  London. 


CAUTION. 

We  find  it  necessary  to  caution  purchasers  against  misrepresentations, 
and  advise  them  to  see  that  all  goods  represented  as  ours  bear  the  name 
H.  W.  Johns,”  our  trade  mark,  or  both,  on  every  package. 


racsimile  of  our  Teade-Maek  Label  which  will  be  found  on  every 
package  of  our  Liquid  Paints. 


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When  ordering,  write  the  name  of  the  article  plainly  and  state  the  fj; 
price  to  avoid  mistakes,  as  we  will  receive  no  goods  returned  ivithont  instruc¬ 
tions  from  us. 

Please  give  full  shipping  directions.  No  goods  will  be  sent  C.  O.  D. 

4fj=*  TFe  have  no  "agents"  and  will  make  no  consignments. 


H.  W.  JOHNS  MANUFACTURING  CO., 

SOLE  MANUFACTURERS. 

87  MAIDEN  LANE,  NEW.  YORK. 

CHICAGO,  240  <&  242  Randolph  Street. 

PHILADELPHIA,  1 70  &  172  North  4t.h  St. 

LONDON.  88  Leadenhall  Street. 


